15 minutes of fame

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"15 minutes of fame" is a popular expression, originating from artist Andy Warhol, that refers to the brief and fleeting nature of public celebrity or media attention.

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instanceOf cultural phenomenon
expression
idiom
associatedWith internet culture
mass media
pop art
television culture
coinedBy Andy Warhol
connotes sudden but short-lived popularity
superficial recognition
transient importance
describes brief celebrity
ephemeral public recognition
short-lived media attention
hasCulturalMeaning commentary on celebrity culture
commentary on mass media
commentary on publicity
hasMetaphoricalMeaning any brief moment of attention
hasNotableQuoteForm In the future, everyone will be world-famous for 15 minutes
hasTheme commodification of celebrity
impermanence of fame
media saturation
influencedBy rise of mass communication
language English
originatedInContextOf contemporary art
refersTo fleeting notoriety
temporary fame
timePeriodImplied short duration
usedInContextOf entertainment industry
reality television
social media
viral fame

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Andy Warhol notableIdea 15 minutes of fame